Celtic Thunder to Return to the Van Wezel with First-Ever Symphony Tour, 11/20

Sarasota, FL -- Celtic Thunder are delighted to announce that one of Ireland's leading conductors, David Brophy, will be joining the upcoming Celtic Thunder Symphony as the tour's conductor. David Brophy held the role of Principal Conductor of the RTÉ Concert Orchestra from 2007 until 2013. He previously worked with the National Chamber Choir of Ireland and the RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra.

International singing sensation, Celtic Thunder, embark on their first ever Symphony Tour! The sensational new tour Celtic Thunder Symphony will be at the Van Wezel on November 20, 2014.

Departing from their traditional critically-acclaimed large set productions, Celtic Thunder will perform songs from their 2013 chart-topping album, Christmas Voices, in a dynamic live music experience accentuated by the instrumentals of a full symphony orchestra. Songs will feature holiday favorites ranging from traditional carols Away in A Manger, and O Holy Night to the more contemporary Mary's Boy Child and Fairytale of New York. Celtic Thunder's four male soloists, Keith Harkin, Ryan Kelly, Neil Byrne, and Colm Keegan will also perform solo and ensemble numbers, featuring signature Celtic Thunder songs, such as Ireland's Call, Turning Away and traditional Irish numbers such as Dulaman and My Land.

Twice hailed as Billboard's Top World Music Artist and Top World Imprint (2009 and 2011), the phenomenon that is Celtic Thunder has achieved sales of over 2 million copies to date. With their mass appeal and ever growing fan base, Celtic Thunder Symphony promises to be a spectacular performance!

Tickets are priced from $35-$90 and can be purchased by visiting VanWezel.org, the Box Office, or by calling 941-953-3368.

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